Lower Bann Valley Ulster Scots Society

15/08/2026

Not long to go until our annual parade 🇬🇧

Stay tuned, more information to follow 🔴

15/08/2026

11/08/2026

16/07/2026

This year before our parade we will be holding our ‘Big breakfast’ in the British Legion 🇬🇧

Why not start what is sure to be a great day off the right way with a good feed 🍳 🥓

As always all welcome and donations are greatly appreciated, we hope to see you then 🔴

06/06/2026

03/06/2026

Dear Parents, remember Saturday 6th June is Junior Lodge parade in Portrush. Always a good day out for the boys.
Can I appeal for all boys to attend as we have engaged Benvarden Flute Band to lead the Junior Lodge.
We need older boys to do colour party!
If collarettes need repairs get them to me asap. Any new boys are welcome age 6 to 16.
Boys will need some money for meal after 1st parade, spending money for Curries Fun Park etc.
Travel in cars or via Train.
Looking forward to a good turnout and your support.

Malcolm Steele
Supt JLOL 99.

03/06/2026

01/06/2026

Attention Ladies! Looking for female Protestants age 18 and over to form a new Women's Loyal Orange Lodge based in Drumaheagles Orange Hall.
A few more dedicated ladies required to have enough to start up before Twelfth!
Please message page with Name, Church affiliation, address and contact details.

01/06/2026

📢🇬🇧🧡🎉

Ballymena District LOL No. 8 is delighted to announce that a special, first ever District Mini 12th parade will take place in Cullybackey on Saturday 27 June 2026.

This historic occasion marks an exciting new chapter for the District as it brings one of its most cherished events to the heart of the village.

The event will set the tone for an afternoon of family‑friendly celebration, with a fun day planned at The Hill playing fields beside Cullybackey College to commence proceedings at 12:00. Families can look forward to a selection of children’s inflatables, face painting, and balloon modelling, ensuring plenty of entertainment for younger visitors and to keep everyone refreshed throughout the day, there will be burger and traditional ice‑cream vans, offering a great selection of treats for all ages.

The procession, commencing at Pottinger Street at 2:30PM will travel along Main Street and Shellinghill Road before completing a circuit of Kilmakevit and Tobar Park on the return to Pottinger Street via the same route.

Ballymena District LOL No. 8 extends a warm invitation to the entire community to come along, enjoy the festivities, and be part of this special first‑ever Mini 12th Parade in Cullybackey featuring bands, banners, colour and music.

Commenting Worshipful District Master Bro Matthew Armstrong said; “Our annual mini 12th is one of the focal points of our local parading calendar and this year especially so as it also marks an important milestone in Ballymena District’s ongoing commitment to community engagement across the wider Ballymena area. We are grateful for the ever present support and encouragement we receive from the public and we hope that they will enjoy the occassion as we celebrate our rich culture and heritage together.

01/03/2026

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